Crosley 1920's Candlestick Phone - Black

Product Description:
The Candlestick phone, also known as the 'Upright' initially became popular during the early 1900s before the introduction of the one-piece handset. The first Candlestick phones were introduced when the magneto system was in use, which meant that the phone was connected to a large wooden box called a "subset" containing a battery, bell, and crank. But oh have we come a long way. From its bell-shaped mouthpiece to its cloth covered receiver cord, this telephone replica recalls a vintage instrument from the 1900's. But a closer look reveals some modern technology including a decorative dial that functions as a push button for tone/pulse operation as well as a center medallion that serves as a redial button. This modern day version of the Candlestick Phone would have surely made Alexander Graham Bell proud.

Average customer rating: Excellent very solid phone--we love it! coolest phone ever! Love This Phone Solid 4 out of 5 Love this phone.

Crosley Candlestick Phone CR64-Black Manufacturer: Crosley ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Corded Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | 1-Line Corded Phones | Multiline | Speakerphones | With Alarm Clock | With Answering Device | With Caller ID Novelty Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Phones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Home Office Electronics | Electronics | Categories | Target Similar Items: Crosley Kettle Classic Desk Phone CR62-Black Police Squad! The Complete Series The Complete Thin Man Collection (The Thin Man / After the Thin Man / Another Thin Man / Shadow of the Thin Man / The Thin Man Goes Home / Song of the Thin Man) Accessories: 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement Product Features: Rotary Dial Fashion Plate with Push Button Technology Ringer volume ON/OFF Switch Tone/Pulse Switch Earpiece Volume Control Redial Feature ASIN: B0002Z2U6A

Product Description

The Candlestick phone, also known as the 'Upright' initially became popular during the early 1900s before the introduction of the one-piece handset. The first Candlestick phones were introduced when the magneto system was in use, which meant that the phone was connected to a large wooden box called a "subset" containing a battery, bell, and crank. But oh have we come a long way. From its bell-shaped mouthpiece to its cloth covered receiver cord, this telephone replica recalls a vintage instrument from the 1900's. But a closer look reveals some modern technology including a decorative dial that functions as a push button for tone/pulse operation as well as a center medallion that serves as a redial button. This modern day version of the Candlestick Phone would have surely made Alexander Graham Bell proud.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent very solid phone--we love it!.......2007-06-29

Unlike the reviewer whose phone was made of "light plastic," ours certainly is not. In fact, it weighs a hefty 55 ounces, 3 and a half pounds. It rivals the phone of my childhood in being as heavy and as solidly constructed as the original was. It also has a volume control under the base which the original did not. In short, it's not only a trip down memory lane, but a solid instrument as well--rare in these days of cheap phones. It goes beautifully with my rolltop desk and lifts my spirits as well. Modern convenience with a traditional flavor leads us to say, we love it! We think you will, too!

coolest phone ever!.......2007-03-18

My mom bought me the candlestick phone and it is great. My friends love it, too. It looks really cool and the ringtone it just like my grandmas old phone. I can hear everybody really clear and they have no problem hearing me. I am very happy with this phone.

Love This Phone.......2007-03-09

We built a new house and specifically had a place in a wall built just for this phone. It is just like my grandmother's. When I saw this phone available, I ordered it and I love it. It's not our main functioning phone, but I use it often. It is a real conversation piece for youngsters that have only experienced todays phones. It works great and I love the looks of it. The ringer even sounds like the old phones. I've wanted one like this for as long as I can remember.

Solid 4 out of 5.......2007-03-01

I got this phone because I thought it looked cool and thought it would be interesting to have a phone talking that you talk into in a different way- with this phone, the mouthpiece is mounted at the top on a rotating socket and you hold the earpiece up to your ear. It is definitely a different look, and you have to see it in action - that is to say, a person actually using it - to fully appreciate the aesthetic effect.
There are a few nice things about this phone, such as the braided cord both to the telephone jack and connecting the earpiece to the main part.
However, what I think will be disappointing to true purists is that these phones are made out of modern, lightweight, cheap-feeling plastic rather than the type of heavyweight plastic that make genuine plastic phones of the 1920s-1970s feel so substantial and comfortable in the hand. So, I give Crosley points just for producing such an item, and it does indeed work as a fully functional telephone fairly well, although from what people on the other end of the line tell me, the drop in signal strength as distance increases from the microphone is quite steep, indicating that the microphone is perhaps not a good choice for this device. In sum, I think that this phone is worth the price, but know that it is not necessarily going to be or feel like a real period piece. That said, there are no wiring problems!

Love this phone........2007-02-24

I have always wanted a phone that looked like something they used on the Waltons. Now I have it. My kids think it's a kick, and we have a history lesson every time we use it. With things so high tech, it's nice to bring a little of our telephone past into my home. The sound is great, as are the redial and flash features.

Average customer rating:

Crosley Candlestick Phone CR64-Brushed Chrome Manufacturer: Crosley ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Corded Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | 1-Line Corded Phones | Multiline | Speakerphones | With Alarm Clock | With Answering Device | With Caller ID Novelty Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics Special Promotion | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Phones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Home Office Electronics | Electronics | Categories | Target Accessories: 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement Product Features: Rotary Dial Fashion Plate with Push Button Technology Ringer volume ON/OFF Switch Tone/Pulse Switch Earpiece Volume Control Redial Feature ASIN: B0003099EK

Product Description

The Candlestick phone, also known as the 'Upright' initially became popular during the early 1900s before the introduction of the one-piece handset. The first Candlestick phones were introduced when the magneto system was in use, which meant that the phone was connected to a large wooden box called a "subset" containing a battery, bell, and crank. But oh have we come a long way. From its bell-shaped mouthpiece to its cloth covered receiver cord, this telephone replica recalls a vintage instrument from the 1900's. But a closer look reveals some modern technology including a decorative dial that functions as a push button for tone/pulse operation as well as a center medallion that serves as a redial button. This modern day version of the Candlestick Phone would have surely made Alexander Graham Bell proud.

Average customer rating: Fun phone Wonderful phone

Crosley Candlestick Phone CR64-Brushed Brass Manufacturer: Crosley ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Corded Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | 1-Line Corded Phones | Multiline | Speakerphones | With Alarm Clock | With Answering Device | With Caller ID Novelty Telephones | Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Phones | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Home Office Electronics | Electronics | Categories | Target Accessories: 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $0-$200 - Replacement Product Features: Rotary Dial Fashion Plate with Push Button Technology Ringer volume ON/OFF Switch Tone/Pulse Switch Earpiece Volume Control Redial Feature ASIN: B000309A1W

Product Description

The Candlestick phone, also known as the 'Upright' initially became popular during the early 1900s before the introduction of the one-piece handset. The first Candlestick phones were introduced when the magneto system was in use, which meant that the phone was connected to a large wooden box called a "subset" containing a battery, bell, and crank. But oh have we come a long way. From its bell-shaped mouthpiece to its cloth covered receiver cord, this telephone replica recalls a vintage instrument from the 1900's. But a closer look reveals some modern technology including a decorative dial that functions as a push button for tone/pulse operation as well as a center medallion that serves as a redial button. This modern day version of the Candlestick Phone would have surely made Alexander Graham Bell proud.

Customer Reviews:

Fun phone.......2007-04-12

Decorative, fun to use, and very functional. My kids think this is the coolest phone ever!

Wonderful phone.......2006-12-12

I've been wanting a phone like this for years and finally decided to splurge and buy it. I couldn't be more happy with it. It's a hefty, solid phone and the sound is clear as a bell. It's extremely attractive and I recommend it to anyone who likes retro items that work well.

Average customer rating:

CR64-BC 1920 Candlestick CHROM Manufacturer: CROSLEY ProductGroup: CE Telephones | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics | Answering Devices | Audio Conferencing | Corded Telephones | Cordless Telephones | Novelty Telephones | PBX Phones & Systems | Pagers | Video Phones | VoIP ASIN: B000RJ6MUQ

Product Description

CR64-BC 1920 Candlestick CHROME - Nostalgic 1920's telephone- Bell shaped mouthpiece - Cloth covered receiver cord- Modern day version of the 1920's Candlestick phone- Push button dialing in a rotary fashion plate- Ringer volume on/off switch- Tone/pulse switch- Earpiece volume control (low/high)- Redial - Mechanical bell ringer- Mouthpiece and earpiece are separate, earpiece hangs on a hook- Sturdy vintage design- Line powered- Includes 87" cloth line cord- Brushed chrome 1920CANDLEBC

Average customer rating:

CR64 BK - 1920 Candlestick BLA Manufacturer: CROSLEY ProductGroup: CE Categories | Electronics | Accessories & Supplies | Audio & Video | Camera & Photo | Car Electronics | Computers & Add-Ons | GPS & Navigation | Home Automation & Security | Office Electronics ASIN: B000KTNP26

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